Beverages

Make your own version of the popular drink from Starbucks made with apple juice, cinnamon syrup, whipped cream, and caramel syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A stiffer, sterner cousin of the screwdriver. Made with white rum, vodka and OJ, the brass monkey manages to stay refreshing while packing a pretty serious punch.


Time:   under 30 minutes

When life gives you lemons, keep calm and make lemonade. Freshly, squeezed lemon juice with sweet sugar. Garnish with mint for a cool, refreshing drink any day of the year.


Time:   2-5 hours

A creamy, frosty, non-alcoholic tropical banana punch.


Time:   2-5 hours

The trick to a good cup of Arabic coffee is half ingredients and half technique. Fresh coffee strained and poured onto fresh ground cardamom makes a fragrant cup of Joe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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While we don't want to call this cocktail a health drink, it sure is packed with good stuff! Blueberries are considered antioxidants and have lots of other nutritional value.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Turn some sugar and water into a homemade treat. How about homemade vanilla ice cream for a made-from-scratch root beer float?


Time:   over 5 hours

A fruity cousin to the black and white Russian cocktails. Made with the typical vodka and cream but adds strawberry liqueur for flavor and color.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A grownup coffee drink meets a childhood favorite. Espresso is mixed with Oreo cookies in a creamy milkshake style drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The Manhattan is a cocktail almost as well known as its namesake city, but how to make one properly is less common knowledge. Add it to your drink arsenal, it's bound to impress.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A refreshing cocktail made with fresh pineapple, simple syrup, rum, orange juice, Prosecco, and grenadine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This martini is a delicious twist on the classic cocktail. P.F. Chang's combines orange vodka, orange liqueur, orange bitters, and orange juice for a smooth and...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a great summertime trick to keep up your sleeve. Lemonade syrup, ready to be mixed into cold water at a moment's notice for perfect lemonade.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Just because someone doesn't drink booze doesn't mean they should miss out on a celebratory clink of champagne. This clever mix of ginger ale and apple juice even looks like the real...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This coffee drink mimics the flavors of the popular Black Forest cake. Hot coffee is combined with chocolate syrup and cherry juice and served with whipped cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh-squeezed juice is the way to go for orange smoothies. This healthy Jamba Juice copycat is equal parts citrusy and creamy thanks to plenty of vanilla frozen yogurt.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The prettiest lemonade you'll ever see, thanks to the dazzling blend of Blue Curacao and sour mix. The Curacao is joined by vodka and triple sec, so this stunner...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Not your usual margarita but just as tasty. Made with frozen limeade, beer, and tequila. Can be served on the rocks or blended.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Keoke coffee is a coffee drink that originated in Hawaii and is made with coffee, Kahlua, brandy, and creme de cacao. It's served either hot (such as this recipe) or cold over ice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This festive holiday cocktail is made with vanilla vodka, Frangelico, butterscotch schnapps, ginger beer, and rum (and garnished with gingerbread man cookies).


Time:   under 30 minutes

Ginger beer is a refreshing, carbonated beverage that is made with fresh ginger, lime juice, sugar, and yeast. Enjoy this unique drink on its own, or use it as a mixer in your favorite...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Sweet, with an orange flavor that's not overpowering. This bright beverage would also be wonderful blended with ice for a summer treat.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Warm up quickly when you keep a batch of this homemade hot cocoa mix on hand.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This isn't the boozy Hawaiian punch from your college days. This more sophisticated version contains Amaretto, cranberry, and honeyed Canadian whiskey.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The combination of butterscotch and Irish cream makes a shot so delicious you may forget it has alcohol.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Canned ginger ale can't match the bite of a freshly made batch. This honey-sweetened treat is fun to make at home, whether you're stirring up some whiskey gingers or just want some...


Time:   2-5 hours

Plenty of cocktails have whipped cream on top, but what makes this one so lovable is the fact that it's blended right into the strawberry vanilla elixir.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This quick and simple recipe provides a blueprint for creating a classic vanilla milkshake, blending together vanilla ice cream, milk, and a touch of vanilla for a creamy, dreamy...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Ideal for sipping neat, over ice, or as a special ingredient in your favorite cocktails, our homemade Amaretto recipe offers an authentic taste of Italy in every sip.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The fresh cucumber pairs perfectly with the zesty scallions and piquant horseradish, while the tomato juice provides a refreshing base, making this cocktail irresistible.


Time:   2-5 hours

Banana liqueur and peach schnapps make up a drink that goes down super smooth and tastes just like fruity bubblegum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A tasty but hearty fruit punch made with Hawaiian punch, ginger ale, orange juice, rum and orange sherbet. Watch out, this one will sneak up on you.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Sucker for TGI Friday's sweet cinnamon drink, or just looking for a creamy summer treat? Splashes of cinnamon and caramel syrup are the key.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweet, cinnamon-y Mexican horchata is the perfect drink to go with an outdoor taco party. Goes great with spicy meals.


Time:   over 5 hours

If you are in New England, don't call this a milkshake. There, malted milk powder with milk, syrup, and ice cream is considered a frappe.


Time:   under 30 minutes

You can't go wrong with hot apple cider on a cold night, but this mulled wassail made with whole cloves and cinnamon takes it to a new level.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This frozen mudslide cocktail has a "rummy" twist to it. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This red wine concoction is sweet, tart, and a little reminiscent of sangria. Don't tell, but the Bishop is a great way to turn a not-so-fantastic bottle of red into something...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Avocado, brewed coffee, and milk are blended together for a rich and creamy malt-like beverage.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A great warm weather cocktail. Fresh pineapple is best in this but canned will work just fine too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Vodka with peach schnapps, cranberry, and OJ makes a sweet and tangy cocktail that's best served on the beach but enjoyed just about anywhere.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Who says you need tea to make tea? Boiling grapefruit juice with whole spices makes a calming, delicious beverage.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Irish cream is spectacular for turning coffee into cocktails and making boozy desserts, and you can whip it up right at home.


Time:   1-2 hours

This refreshing and festive cocktail is made with orange juice, cranberry juice, and vodka. Served over ice (and we garnished it with a few cranberries for a little holiday accent).


Time:   under 30 minutes

Whether served warm or cold, this drink is the perfect addition to any occasion, from casual get-togethers to special celebrations.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The lesser known, stiffer cousin to the White Russian. No cream in this cocktail, just coffee liqueur and vodka on the rocks. If you've always thought White Russians were a bit...


Time:   under 30 minutes

The Sidecar is a classic cocktail made with Brandy (or Cognac), Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice. Dress it up by serving with a lemon twist in a sugar-rimmed glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Muddled strawberries with vodka and simple syrup combine for a martini that'll have you going back for seconds. And thirds.


Time:   30-60 minutes

The limoncello martini is a refreshing and zesty twist on the classic martini. Made with limoncello, vodka, and simple syrup, this cocktail is perfect for sipping on a warm summer...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Drink too many of these and you'll probably start seeing ghosts. This tasty cocktail is made with vodka, Bailey's and Kahlua.


Time:   under 30 minutes